Store Leadership Trainee: Fast-Track to Manager

Lidl US; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% employee discount

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Paid Holiday & PTO

401k Plan (+ 5% company match)

Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance

Total Well-Being Program

Employee Referral bonuses

Performance-based pay incentives

Job summary

Lidl US in Garner, NC is seeking a Store Manager to lead the store team and deliver the Lidl shopping experience. You will own store performance, supervise 15-60 employees depending on volume, and ensure excellent customer service.

Responsibilities include managing operations, cash handling, stock, safety, and training. You will recruit, train, and develop staff while driving KPIs and productivity. This role requires physical tasks and leadership.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of management experience and a bachelor’s degree OR 3-5 years of management experience.
• Determination to complete every to-do list on time, hit your store targets, and maximize productivity
• Experience in leading and developing a team in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent customer service skills, including the patience and ability to de-escalate tense situations
• Willingness to participate in the physical operations of the store, including stocking, cleaning, and ringing, on a daily basis
• Ability to lift, move, carry, or slide product over 50 pounds
• Ability to reach above head to heights greater than 10 inches
• Ability to obtain and maintain ServSafe certification
• Ability to obtain and maintain state-specific store alcohol licensing as needed

Responsibilities

• Manage the performance and well-being of the store and all its team members, totaling between 15 and 60 employees, based on store volume
• Ensure and provide excellent customer service throughout the store and be the lead point of contact for all customer needs
• Monitor and drive continuous improvement of store KPIs
• Recruit, train, and develop your team
• Provide hands-on support for operational tasks, including cash management, working stock, cleaning, and other essential store functions
• Ensure a safe, positive, and productive working environment for all store employees based on company and legal policies and procedures

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Team development

De-escalation

Physical stamina

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Lidl US in Garner, NC is seeking a Store Manager to lead the store team and deliver the Lidl shopping experience. You will own store performance, supervise 15-60 employees depending on volume, and ensure excellent customer service.

Responsibilities include managing operations, cash handling, stock, safety, and training. You will recruit, train, and develop staff while driving KPIs and productivity. This role requires physical tasks and leadership.